Feb 2
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Tracy talks about ADHD and gratitude. A practice of gratitude is important for every one but for those of us with ADHD it’s even more important. Why? Because processing emotions start in the brain itself and emotions motivate action. That means that if your emotions are negative you will be completely unmotivated but if your emotions are positive and you’re working in an area of high interest, the sky's the limit.
Discover: Why we can’t get anything done without positive emotion How positive emotion is directly related to dopamine, memory, behavior, focus and motivation. How gratitude directly influences our emotions How a practice of gratitude helps our ADHD symptoms How gratitude affects sleep How gratitude affects executive function including focus How gratitude makes it more likely that we will stick to our goals and start new habits How gratitude boosts dopamine and serotonin in our brains How gratitude allows us to focus on those things that are going right in our lives rather than focusing on what’s wrong. How gratitude will make you more friends and people that want to be around you How to start a Gratitude Journal where you start and end every day in positive emotion What Tracy’s Positive Emotion Dossier is and how it can help you How the idea in the book 29 Gifts helped Tracy increase her gratitude and uplevel her holidays last year. How Abraham Hicks can help you to change your negative thoughts to focus more on gratitude and why your thoughts will always determine how happy you are.
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"Gratitude is important for every single human. But for those of us with ADHD, it's even more important."
- Tracy Otsuka
"You cannot practice gratitude in a vacuum mindlessly, you always have to pay attention to what is it that makes you feel good, what is it that makes you feel even better than good."
- Tracy Otsuka
"The goal is to train your brain so that you know that when you're not feeling good, you can actually do something to flip that switch and feel better, that something starts with expressing gratitude."
- Tracy Otsuka
- Tracy shares that gratitude training in ADHD brains boosts dopamine and serotonin levels, leading to improved focus and mood.
- Tracy shares that focusing on gratitude increases serotonin levels, while dwelling on negatives expands their impact.
- Tracy highlights Marla's inspiring gratitude despite managing metastatic breast cancer.
[08:12 - 11:53] Using Positivity to Combat ADHD Self-Criticism
- Tracy discusses the benefits of a gratitude journal, sharing her personal experience with the Five Minute Journal.
- Tracy keeps a "positive emotion dossier" to combat self-criticism and remember accomplishments.
- Tracy shares a gratitude practice involving daily gifts for others and self, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging blessings in daily life.
[11:53 - 21:11] ADHD, Gratitude, and Mental Wellness
- Tracy shares how Esther Hicks changed her life by teaching her that thoughts determine feelings and actions, and how practicing gratitude can help control mood.
- Tracy expresses gratitude to listeners for their support and messages of appreciation, which have made a significant impact on her life.
- Tracy encourages listeners to leave reviews on iTunes and to reach out to her through her website for comments, guest suggestions, or to join her free Facebook group for ADHD women.
ADHD and the Practice of Gratitude by Dr. Kari Miller
The Five Minute Journal
29 Gifts: How a Month of Giving Can Change Your Life
Tracy's Positive Emotion Dossier from Your ADHD Brain Is A-OK!
